Senior Syndicate Accountant

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty insurer seeks a Syndicate Accountant to enhance their financial reporting team in Slough. The successful candidate will manage financial reporting under UK GAAP and Solvency II, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while coordinating across Finance, Actuarial, and other teams. This role demands analytical prowess and extensive experience in the Lloyd’s insurance sector, making it a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute significantly to financial operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in accounting, including 5+ in a Lloyd’s managing agent.
• Deep understanding of Lloyd’s systems and reporting.
• Confident in working cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage quarterly & annual Lloyd’s reporting.
• Prepare statutory accounts and regulatory returns.
• Provide financial analysis for senior stakeholders.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Accounting

Compliance

Analytical Skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent qualification

Job description

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A global specialty insurer is looking for a Syndicate Accountant to join their growing team and play a key part in the financial reporting under UK GAAP and Solvency II. The Senior Syndicate Accountant is responsible for managing all aspects of syndicate financial reporting. This includes applying advanced technical accounting knowledge of insurance and reinsurance transactions, UK GAAP, and Solvency II/UK reporting standards. The role requires a strong understanding of the Lloyd’s direct settlement process and the ability to trace insurance transactions from underwriting systems through to the general ledger. The individual must be proficient in financial systems, capable of producing and interpreting complex financial data with accuracy, and able to build effective working relationships across Finance, Actuarial, Operations, Claims, Underwriting, and audit teams. All responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.

Key Responsibilities: Manage quarterly & annual Lloyd’s reporting (QMA, QSR/ASR, Flash, Solvency UK). Prepare statutory accounts and regulatory returns across UK, US & Canada. Provide financial analysis for senior stakeholders and Audit Committees. Support audits, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements.

What You Bring: 7+ years' experience in accounting, including 5+ in a Lloyd’s managing agent. Deep understanding of Lloyd’s systems, reporting, and insurance accounting. ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent qualification preferred. Analytical, detail-focused, and confident working cross-functionally.